PONY Princesses at the Wild Things

Pony Princess Program

Each year, the Washington, Pennsylvania area is represented by 13 and 14 year old girls who aim to do their home town proud. The PONY Princess contestants are among the best young women of the community. Not only do they represent Washington, Pennsylvania (the home of the PONY League World Series) before a gathering of guests from around the world, but the girls equally represent PONY Baseball and the principles behind the organization.

HistoryDarlene Manson was the first “Pony Queen”, when the World Series was first held at the original PONY Field in 1952. The Queen/Princess program has been in effect, in some form, for most of the PONY League World Series' history, but was revived in earnest in 1981.

A few years later, the title of Pony Hostess was added. The Hostess is typically a finalist who has done an outstanding job of being helpful and energetic in carrying out her duties during the tournament, particularly concerning the sales of 50/50 tickets.

2017 PONY Princess: Emily Wickham

2017 PONY Hostess: Laci Perrache

DutiesDuring the World Series, the Princess finalists are kept busy selling 50/50 drawing tickets. They put several miles on their shoes in the course of the week, and they also demonstrate to guests how typically courteous and helpful young people in the Washington area can be.

JudgingPONY Princess finalists are judged on a cross section of attributes and abilities. They must posses poise and stage presence. They must be able to express themselves very well, both in writing and speaking. The Princess finalists must maintain a positive appearance and attitude toward representing Washington and the PONY League World Series.

*The PONY Princess will be crowned on the Monday of World Series week. The PONY Hostess and top seller will be named on Championship Wednesday.